| 释义 |
ouch
I. \ˈau̇ch\ noun
(-es)
Etymology: Middle English ouche, alteration (resulting from incorrect division of a nouche) of nouche, from Middle French nosche, noche, nouche, of Germanic origin; akin to Old Saxon nuska, nuskia clasp, brooch, Middle Dutch nusche, Old High German nusca clasp, brooch; akin to Old English net — more at net
1. obsolete : a clasp or brooch for a garment
2.
a. : a bezel or other setting for a precious stone
< thou shalt make them to be set in ouches of gold — Exod 28:11 (Authorized Version) >
b. : a buckle or brooch set with precious stones
3. : a necklace, bracelet, jewel, or other personal ornament
< your brooches, pearls, and ouches — Shakespeare >
< left her golden chains and ouches — Charles Kingsley >
II. interjection
Etymology: origin unknown
— used to express sudden pain or displeasure |